Nonprofit
Moonstone Arts Center
A Philadelphia arts nonprofit founded in 1981 that focuses on literature. It runs about 100 programs a year, mostly poetry readings, and publishes books through Moonstone Press. Some events are free.
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What they do
Attend a public reading, or read your own poem at an open reading when the event offers one. The center also lists intern and volunteer roles in publishing, design, film, and grant research.
Who it is for
- Who can join
- Open to anyone
When and where
The center holds about 100 reading events a year and lists them by date on its events page. Readings are held at the center and at other venues, such as Fergie's Pub.
- Days
- Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday
- Times
- Daytime, Evening
- Season
- Special events only
Does not meet on a regular schedule.
Center
- Address
- 110A South 13th Street
- Part of the city
- Central
Fergie's Pub
- Address
- 1214 Sansom Street
Perch Music and Arts Workshop
- Address
- 2321 Emerald Street
You can join online.
Your first visit
Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.
First step: Pick a public reading from the events page and come along. To read at an open reading, call the center at 215-735-9600 and ask how to sign up..
You can just show up.
What to expect
Most events are poetry readings by featured poets, and some include an open reading or open mic. The site does not say how to sign up to read, so ask first if you want a turn. Check the event page for the venue and whether it is free.
Tips for your first visit
- Check the event page for the venue, since events are held at the center, at Fergie's Pub, and at other spots.
- Ask the center by phone how to sign up before you plan to read.
- The center posts recent readings on its YouTube channel if you want a preview.
Newcomer welcome
Fine for newcomers, but you may need to speak up (3 out of 5). Why we say this: Events are listed publicly with dates and venues, so anyone can come. The site does not explain how to sign up for an open reading..
Cost and commitment
- Cost
- Cost not known yet. Some events are free. The site does not show prices for other events.
- How often
- Drop in whenever you like
Access and languages
- Wheelchair access
- We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
- Languages spoken
- We do not know yet which languages are spoken.
Requirements
We found no special requirements. Ask the group if you are not sure.
How to reach them
We copy contact details as the group or a public source published them. Each one shows where it came from.
- Website: moonstoneartscenter.com Source: moonstoneartscenter.com, seen October 8, 2026
- Phone: 215-735-9600 Source: moonstoneartscenter.com, seen October 8, 2026
- Social media: Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky Source: moonstoneartscenter.com
Sources and last check
Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.
- Last seen active
- October 2026 (See the evidence)
- Last checked by our team
- October 8, 2026
- Status
- Active
- Our confidence in this listing
- High
- moonstoneartscenter.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: What they do, Schedule, Location, Cost, First step, Status, Last sign of life
- moonstoneartscenter.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, Audience, Roles, Contacts, Location
- moonstoneartscenter.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Roles, What they do
- moonstoneartscenter.com, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, First step
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